Pakshipathalam Bird Sanctuary is a

Bird Sanctuary An animal sanctuary is a facility where animals are brought to live and to be protected for the rest of their lives. Pattrice Jones, co-founder of VINE Sanctuary defines an animal sanctuary as "a safe-enough place or relationship within the cont ...

and a tourist location in Wayanad district of Kerala state, India.

Brahmagiri Hills

The Karnataka side of Pakshipathalam is called Brahmagiri Hills. This area is also accessible from

Irupu Falls The Irupu Falls (also Iruppu Falls) are located in the Brahmagiri (hill), Brahmagiri Range in the Kodagu district of Karnataka, India, bordering the Wayanad district of Kerala. It is a fresh water cascade and is situated at a distance of ...

in Karnataka.

Etymology

''Pakshi'' means bird in Malayalam. ''Pathalam'' means the underworld of the demons.

Location

Pakshipathalam Bird Sanctuary is located seven kilometers northeast of Thirunelli town. The hill is 32 kilometers away from the district headquarters of Kalpetta. The hill lies 1740 m above sea level.

Papanasini River Papanasini is the mountain stream in wayanad district of kerala. Emanating from the heart of Brahmagiri forest flowing through roots, leaves and flowers of ancient trees and medicinal herbs, Papanasini is a holy mountain stream accessible aro ...

flows from Brahmagiri hill and irrigates the area. This river is believed to have the capacity to wash away all sins as the word 'papa' means ''sin'' and 'nashini' means ''destroy'' in Malayalam.

Attractions

Pakshi Pathalam is rich in bird diversity. There is a cave here which is believed to be used by saints of olden times. The undulating hills of Pakshipathalam are also famous as a trekking site.

References

{{Wayanad Bird sanctuaries of Kerala Tourist attractions in Wayanad district Mananthavady Area

Brahmagiri Hills

Etymology

Location

Attractions

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